NOC Migrations Specialist

Genesis10 is seeking NOC Migration Specialists for a leading telecommunications company for a 6-month contract. Contractor can be located in Jonesboro, AR. Secondary location preferences are Millington, TN; Little Rock, AR; or Rogers, AR.
** This is a W2 contract role. Candidates must be able to work for Genesis10 on a W2 basis.
Job Summary:
The NOC Migration Specialist is considered a SME within the Client's Network Operations Center (NOC) team and is responsible for providing overall operational support to the company's data, voice, and transport network, which consists of various network elements from multiple vendors. This person will assist with NOC initiatives during an important migration project. The NOC Migration Specialist should have operation knowledge and exposure in data, voice, and transport technologies. Success in this role is highly reliant on the ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments and networks, learn new technologies and processes quickly, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Job Description:

• Manages and maintains network systems including server applications, routers, switches, firewalls, storage devices, and other network equipment
• Provides deep network analysis concerning usage trends, recurring events, as well as outage and incident patterns
• Designs, implements and manages policy and procedure concerning network surveillance system interaction
• Serves to administrate and manage network surveillance platforms
• Performs operational acceptance of new network elements
• Participates in a team environment, providing valuable input as well as providing technical leadership to the team
• Interacts with Engineering, Field Operations, TAC
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of telecommunications products and services;
• Solid understanding of the OSI layer and LAN/WAN protocols and technologies such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, VLANs, Routing, Switching, NAT, ACL, etc.;
• Operational knowledge and awareness of data, voice, and transport network product and technologies including Cisco, Ciena, Nokia, Calix, Alcatel, and Metaswitch;
• High level proficiency of common networking tools and troubleshooting methodologies such as Telnet, SSH, ping, traceroute, and Wireshark;
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple high-impact projects;
• Ability to be detail oriented while keeping the bigger picture in mind;
• Ability to work well individually and in a team environment;
• Skill in commonly used software such as Visio, Excel, Word, and Power Point;
• Skill in oral and written communication;
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents and information

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field is preferred
• 5+ years of relevant work experience is required
• Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Nokia NRS I/II, or similar certifications preferred

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!
About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Remote opportunities available
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.